Description:
About US:
Welcome Indian Restaurant located in Hampton Park, VIC is a popular authentic Indian restaurant offering a wide variety of Indian food including curries, tandoori and seafood, among others. They are currently looking for an experienced Chef to join their team.
The Role:
You will have the opportunity to work in a truly dynamic team and you will have the chance to display your creativity in the dishes that you create. You will also have the opportunity to progress through the ranks at the restaurant.
This is a full time role with an annual salary set at $75,000 plus superannuation.
The Responsibilities:
Your tasks at the restaurant will consist of:
- Examine food to ensure quality and presentation
- Cooking variety of dishes from the menu and on pans with guidance of head chef
- Using different methods of cooking such as tandoori cooking, frying, steaming, boiling and roasting
- Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
- Portioning food, placing it on plates, and adding gravies, sauces and garnishes
- Regulating temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment maintain them in good working condition
- Reporting to management if any maintenance is required
- Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
- Order raw materials to supplier as per business need
- Review menu with head chef and contribute to some seasonal changes to the menu
- Follow and maintain all OH&SC requirement for safe kitchen operations.
- Clean and maintain work area and kitchen equipment
- Setting up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
- Assist with the ordering of supplies
- Cooking menu items in co-operation with the rest of the kitchen staff
- Assist in the development of the menu in consultation with the chef and the restaurant manager
- Supervising and training new staff as and when required
The Requirements:
To be considered for the position you must meet the following requirements:
- At least Certificate IV qualifications in Commercial cookery along with Diploma of Hospitality Management completed in Australia.
- Knowledge and experience in modern and authentic Indian cuisine
- At least 12 months of commercial cooking experience as a Chef
- At least 12 months of experience in tandoori cooking is essential
- At least 12 months of experience in preparing curry pastes and tandoori rubs from scratch
- At least 12 months of commercial experience using kitchen equipment such as tandoor, ovens, grills, and fryers
- Must be experienced in working with chicken, beef, lamb, seafood proteins
- Experience in adherence to recipe & portion control, as well as ordering and stock control
- Ability to follow instruction & take direction
- Excellent time management and attention to detail
- Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
- Be available to work on weekends to deal with many customers